Identifying fault codes BMW 3-Series 2008 - 2012 | Haynes Manuals

Identifying fault codes BMW 3-Series 2008 - 2012 | Haynes Manuals

Regular checks /

October 2025

1 minute read

Time

10 minutes

Difficulty

Find your vehicle

- step 1

If a fault occurs, some of the vehiclesÃ¢ systems will generate and store a fault code

- step 2

Unclip the cover from the drivers side pillar trim to access the 16-pin diagnostic socket

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